Bringhurst Field, which is in disrepair, would be torn down for an expansion of the Alexandria Zoo if city voters approve a property tax measure in the May 3 election.

Written by

Jeff Matthews
jmatthews@thetowntalk.com

Alexandria voters will decide in May whether recreation and the city-owned zoo are worth paying additional property taxes.

Before they do, city officials hope they will take a look at the information available.

The City Council recently approved an election for a 6-mill tax to be held on May 3. If voters approve the referendum, proceeds from 3 mills will go toward city recreation programs and proceeds from the other 3 mills will help fund the Alexandria Zoo. ...